GMC C/K Series Problems by Year
NHTSA has 22 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the GMC C/K Series, across 9 model years (1995–2003). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
GMC C/K Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No C/K Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 C/K Series: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 C/K Series: 4 complaints, 1 recall
- 1996 C/K Series: 4 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2000 C/K Series: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2001 C/K Series: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2002 C/K Series: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common GMC C/K Series problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All GMC C/K Series model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 C/K Series | 4 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2002 C/K Series | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2001 C/K Series | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2000 C/K Series | 1 | 0 | — | Latches/locks/linkages | |
| 1999 C/K Series | 4 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1998 C/K Series | 2 | 0 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 1997 C/K Series | 3 | 1 | — | Visibility | |
| 1996 C/K Series | 4 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 1995 C/K Series | 2 | 1 | — | Seats |
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Frequently asked questions
Which GMC C/K Series years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (4), 1999 (4), 1996 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the GMC C/K Series?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 7 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the GMC C/K Series have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.